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Name	West Highland White Terrier	Maltese	Keeshond
Origins	Scotland	Italy	Germany Netherlands
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	Maltese lion dog Maltese Dog	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? Which is the smallest dog, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Maltese? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond weight comparison:	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond trainability comparison.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maltese dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Maltese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Active Playful Intelligent Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond?	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond social needs comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Keeshond dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond playfulness comparison:	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond?	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep West Highland White Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Keeshond indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	West Highland White Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Keeshond dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond mouthiness comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond health comparison. Which is the healthier: West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond health problems comparison:	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond lifespan comparison. How long do West Highland White Terrier, Maltese and Keeshond breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond energy level comparison:	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond coat comparison:	Dense	Feathered	Fluffy Dense
Colors What are the original West Highland White Terrier, Maltese and Keeshond color?	White	White	Black Gray Cream Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond grooming comparison:	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or {name3 shedding:	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Maltese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond?	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? Which dog is more friendly?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond?	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond?	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: West Highland White Terrier or Maltese or Keeshond? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond?	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can West Highland White Terrier and Maltese and Keeshond have?	2-5 puppies	3-5 puppies	3-8 puppies
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West Highland White Terrier vs Maltese vs Keeshond Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.

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